1998 Porsche 911 vs. 2002 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2002 Renault Avantime is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2002 Renault Avantime. (162 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Avantime. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Avantime weights approximately 315 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Renault Avantime, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Avantime. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Avantime.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Porsche 911 | 2002 Renault Avantime | |
Make | Porsche | Renault |
Model | 911 | Avantime |
Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3387 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1641 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |